"This 2 rating is completely wrong. The score comes from the test scores There is a high number of low-income kids and that is going to affect the scores for a number of reasons. My kindergartener is flourishing under her teacher's guidance. The programs here are better than nearby "better" schools. The teacher's care. There are a lot of community involvement activities. The principal is present and visible. Way to go Dawes!"

Parent Review | Rating:Posted 2013-06-12

"This school is proudly interracial with many ethnic groups along with a Blue Ribbon and Blue Star rating!! My two sons go to Dawes Ave School. My 5th grader son has Apraxia. You would never even knew he had it. The teachers care about his progress and wellness. Blue Ribbon and Blue Star school and much more!!!!! My younger kindergartener is in advanced reading. They have a special program for him to meet his reading needs with other kids like him. We moved from Massachusetts to New Jersey and waited two months to find a house in Somers Point just so our kids can attend Dawes and Jordan schools. I am so proud of our teachers and the whole school board faculty. Both of my children are A and B students!. A 2 ranking is way off."

Parent Review | Rating:Posted 2011-06-16

"I give a big thumbs up to this school ! My son has been going there for 4 years . We are from Galloway and although they have great teachers from there , the whole atmospher is wonderful at Dawes ave . The teachers are great my son has loved each one , and I truely belive they care for him . The parents /school involvment is almost like a big family . He will be in 6th grade this semester , so it will be his last year then on to Jordan rd . I can only hope Jordan rd will be just as awsome ! A big thank you from the Luckenbach family"

Parent Review | Rating:Posted 2007-02-20

"I have a child in 2nd and K in Dawes Ave. and I am thrilled with the school. The teachers are enthusiastic and very accessible, the facility is excellent, and the students & their families are involved. The teachers, administration and the HSA do so much above & beyond in order to provide technology, fun, and a spirit of education for the students...From the integrated arts festival to SAVE THE BLUFF. My biggest complaint? The lunch period is too short...the children don't have enough time to eat! I don't think there is another school in the area where the students can experience such a well-rounded demographic and still get the quality of EDUCATION AND ATTENTION that we see happening at Dawes Ave. Dawes Ave. is giving my children a great head start to life."

Parent Review | Rating:Posted 2006-08-24

"The teachers there are so dedicated to their profession.The tight knit of parent support is overwhelming. I adore this school. However the Ever Day Math is in need for much more consideration."